Is it possible to make a honey dipper like this on a mini bead lathe? That’s a nice job you did on making that. I know with a regular lathe you can make a lot of projects, but I was wondering if me being on a budget and can possibly only afford a bead lathe if it’s possible to make that. Thank you!
Good question! I had to look up what a bead lathe was because I was unfamiliar. Although not having used one I assume a honey dipper would be a perfect project on one of these lathes. There are also some pretty low priced mini lathes and pen lathes that could do honey dippers. Start with what you can afford and have fun. Let me know how it turns out!
Thanks! I usually try to make them from hard maple. Western maple works ok as well. I try to make honey dippers from 1 inch stock and the blank is about 7 inches long. If you like them a little larger around you could go with about 1 1/4 inch stock and you can vary the length to your liking. I sell my honey dippers for $11 dollars. I think $10 to $15 is reasonable depending on your market.
I made the one in this video from a table saw blade that I cut to shape. On my most recent honey dipper video I use a narrow parting tool from D-way tools.
Fun video. A few questions: 1. What type of wood was used and should that be used for all types of projects which will be used for serving food and drink ? 2. Did you clean it off before applying the oil ? Thank you and peace
Thanks! I mostly use hard maple for honey dippers. I try to use a closed grain hardwood for most foodsafe projects so there are less open pores for food to get caught in. No need to really clean fresh cut wood before oil. Just maybe wipe off dust and any left over sanding grit.
Old vids ... new thank you. Thanks!!
You are right! I’ll do my best
The honey dipper is really good I like the wood you used to make it it really shines up nicely
Nice. I did the same project a few weeks ago in about 15 min. You are a much better turner than me.
Thank you! I’m not better just took a lot of practice. Remember this wasn’t the first time I tried this video.
I’d love to have a go at that!
Very nice!!
Beautiful!!!
Terrific. Thank you
I’m gonna make me one of those ❤❤
Awesome! I have another video about how I make honey dippers now. If you haven’t seen it, it might also be useful! Thanks for watching!
Is it possible to make a honey dipper like this on a mini bead lathe? That’s a nice job you did on making that. I know with a regular lathe you can make a lot of projects, but I was wondering if me being on a budget and can possibly only afford a bead lathe if it’s possible to make that. Thank you!
Good question! I had to look up what a bead lathe was because I was unfamiliar. Although not having used one I assume a honey dipper would be a perfect project on one of these lathes. There are also some pretty low priced mini lathes and pen lathes that could do honey dippers. Start with what you can afford and have fun. Let me know how it turns out!
What do you have on the headstock to hold it?
It’s a safety drive center with a spring loaded tip. Mine is from craft supplies USA. Robert sorby makes one called the stebcenter.
Wonderful speed and skill. What finish did you apply?
I used mineral oil. Sometimes I also buff them with beeswax.
beautiful piece u made....a couple of questions, what size was the stock u used, also what would u charge for these at a craft fairs?
Thanks! I usually try to make them from hard maple. Western maple works ok as well. I try to make honey dippers from 1 inch stock and the blank is about 7 inches long. If you like them a little larger around you could go with about 1 1/4 inch stock and you can vary the length to your liking. I sell my honey dippers for $11 dollars. I think $10 to $15 is reasonable depending on your market.
What parting tool did you use? I'm trying to make some and it's not as easy and doesn't look as good without a narrow one.
I made the one in this video from a table saw blade that I cut to shape. On my most recent honey dipper video I use a narrow parting tool from D-way tools.
What did you treat this with?
I used mineral oil I believe, but now I’m a big fan of walnut oil. Some times I buff with beeswax
Fun video. A few questions: 1. What type of wood was used and should that be used for all types of projects which will be used for serving food and drink ? 2. Did you clean it off before applying the oil ? Thank you and peace
Thanks! I mostly use hard maple for honey dippers. I try to use a closed grain hardwood for most foodsafe projects so there are less open pores for food to get caught in. No need to really clean fresh cut wood before oil. Just maybe wipe off dust and any left over sanding grit.
'how to make a honey dipper in under 5 minutes with industrial equipment' should be the title.
True it’s not a hand carving video!🤣